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Colosseum: Express Small Group Tour with Top-Rated Guide

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Colosseum: Express Small Group Tour with Top-Rated Guide
Colosseum: Express Small Group Tour with Top-Rated Guide
Colosseum: Express Small Group Tour with Top-Rated Guide
Colosseum: Express Small Group Tour with Top-Rated Guide
Colosseum: Express Small Group Tour with Top-Rated Guide

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With this priority access tour, you will get to head straight into the colosseum and make the most of your time inside. This express tour is designed to give you all the highlights without sacrificing any quality. You are guaranteed a professional, expert, english-speaking guide who will engage you in the history and stories surrounding these magnificent monuments.

On this express tour with priority access tickets, you'll delve into the rich history of the Colosseum. Discover how gladiators trained, fought, and maintained their fitness, including their diet, armor, and weaponry. Learn about the wild beast fights and legendary staged sea battles. Hear captivating stories of emperors, slaves, vestal virgins, famous gladiators, and more.

What's Included

  • Express tour of the Colosseum
  • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
  • Colosseum & 1st tier

    Meeting Location

    Meeting point

    Piazza del Colosseo
    00184 Roma RM, Italy

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    Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

    End point

    This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    What To Expect

    Colosseum

    The Colosseum was built in the 1st Century AD by the Flavian Emperors: Vespasian, Titus and Domitian. It was called the Flavian Amphitheater and acquired its nickname, ‘Colosseo’ because it stood next to a ‘colossal’ gold statue of the sun god Apollo. For centuries the Colosseum came to symbolize the power, wealth and public entertainment of the Ancient Romans. On this express tour that includes priority access tickets, you’ll learn all about the history of this incredible place. From how the gladiators trained and fought, to what they ate to stay in shape and the kind of armor they wore and weapons they used. You’ll hear about the wild beast fights and legendary staged sea battles! You’ll hear tales of emperors and slaves, vestal virgins, famous gladiators and more.
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    1 hour 30 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

    Additional Info

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • All Colosseum tours require photo ID for all participants; plan to bring your passports on the day of your tour. Failure to show identification will result in the denial of entry to the site.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

    Frequently Asked Questions

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Colosseum: Express Small Group Tour with Top-Rated Guide?

    A: You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund. For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST). Read more Apr 2025

    Cancellation Policy

    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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    Activity code: C-6718P245

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    Q: What is the cancellation policy for the Colosseum: Express Small Group Tour with Top-Rated Guide?
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    You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
    • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
    • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
    • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
    • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CEST).
    Apr 2025
    Q: What's included in the price?
    A:
    The following is included:
    • Express tour of the Colosseum.
    • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person).
    • Colosseum & 1st tier.
    • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person).
    • Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
    • Expert English-speaking guide.
    Apr 2025
    Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
    A:

    There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..

    Apr 2025
    Q: My date is not available in the calendar, I am just checking to see if it is available?
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    If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.

    If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.

    Apr 2025
    Q: Is this an accessible tour?
    A:

    Accessibility information for the Colosseum: Express Small Group Tour with Top-Rated Guide is as follows:

    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    Apr 2025
    Q: Where is the meeting point for this activity?
    A:

    Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Colosseum: Express Small Group Tour with Top-Rated Guide will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

     

     

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    What's Included

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • Express tour of the Colosseum
    • Colosseum entrance ticket (valued at €18 per person)
    • Colosseum & 1st tier
    • Colosseum reservation fee (valued at €2 per person)
    • Colosseum fees as above. The remaining cost of the experience covers other services.
    • Expert English-speaking guide

    Additional Info

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    American Museum of Natural History Admission Ticket

    • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
    • Public transportation options are available nearby
    • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
    • All Colosseum tours require photo ID for all participants; plan to bring your passports on the day of your tour. Failure to show identification will result in the denial of entry to the site.
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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